I ran across this website and found it interesting. Thought I would share it with you.
Harsco Track Technologies makes equipment for laying and maintaining track.
How about an automated grinder: over 206 feet long, computer controlled, 48 grinding wheels, quarters for 8.
http://www.harscotrack.com/grinders/production.htm
Or maybe just a machine for driving spikes
http://www.harscotrack.com/ft-spike.htm
Too much? How about guide wheels for a truck:
http://www.harscotrack.com/hy-rail.htm
Good opportunity for modelling. Just think of a model grinder moving down the rails emitting sparks everywhere!
I was a bit disappointed, though; None of Harsco’s machines can handle the center rail.
John Kerklo
TCA 94-38455
www.Three-Rail.com